Abstract Can we “envision an otherwise” in education? What are the purposes of education, and how can pedagogy and curriculum help us get there? We are presenting four tools for incorporating student agency into curriculum and pedagogy: authentic assessment, student-driven curriculum, anti-oppressive education, and growth mindset. We will use these four tools to rethink the…
Abstract: The theme for this week’s seminar discussion addresses the lack of – or variability in – education policy for language minority groups. Considering the language minority designation in a cultural and psychological sense, the specific groups we will focus on this week include Native Americans, indigenous immigrants from Latin America, and students with dyslexia….
Readings Howley, A. (1986). Gifted education and the spectre of elitism. The Journal of Education, 168(1), 117–125. Philadelphia Coalition Advocating for Public Schools. (n.d.). Excellent schools for all children: The Philadelphia community education plan. Smith, R. E. (2011). How to evaluate choice and promise neighborhooods (No. 19). The Urban Institute. Stein, S. J. (2001). “These…
Week 2 (9/7-9/11): Perspectives on Policy Analysis Readings: McDonnell, L. A Political Science Perspective on Education Policy Analysis Lauen & Tyson. Perspectives from the Disciplines: Sociological Contributions to Education Policy Research and Debates Carnoy. Policy Research in Education *Picower, B., & Mayorga, E. (Eds.). (2015). What’s Race Got to Do with It? (Intro) Assignments (Due…